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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for Cultural and School Festival Live Performances [2025]

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

Speaking of anime songs, they’ve become mainstream in the music industry recently, haven’t they?

If you look at music charts, it’s not unusual to see anime theme songs lined up at the top.

In this article, we’ll introduce popular anime songs that are sure to hype up your school festival for those who want to perform anisongs and get the crowd going!

We’ve selected not only the latest hits, but also classic favorites and songs that are easy for beginner bands to cover, so use this as a reference when choosing your setlist!

[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festival Lives [2025] (121–130)

Star paintingsajou no hana

[sajou no hana] “Hoshie” (Music Video)

Star painting, sajou no hana

It was used as the ending theme for the 2018 anime Sirius the Jaeger.

The group drew considerable attention for being formed around the popular composer Sho Watanabe.

It’s a dreamy, floating piece that blends band sounds with the ethereal tones of synthesizers.

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You Gotta Love Me!Kato*Fuku (Emiri Kato & Kaori Fukuhara)

Kato*Fuku (Emiri Kato & Kaori Fukuhara) / “You Gotta Love Me!” (Short ver.)

You Gotta Love Me! Kato*Fuku (Emiri Kato & Kaori Fukuhara)

This is the ending theme of “When Supernatural Battles Became Commonplace.” The keyboards and synth are a bit busy, but the other parts are simple and easy! It would be super cute when sung by a group of girls, don’t you think? Go ahead and charm that special boy with an adorable performance!

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Interstellar FlightRanka Lee

“Interstellar Flight” — Ranka Lee (Megumi Nakajima)’s various “Kira☆!”s

Interstellar Flight Ranka Lee

This is a song that was used as an insert song in the anime Macross Frontier.

If you bring in the class idol-type girl as the vocalist, it’s sure to get everyone hyped.

The phrase and pose “Kira!” became a hot topic with this song, so be sure to try copying them.

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Speculative MythologyFairy Empire

[Official Video] Yousei Teikoku – Kuusou Mesorogiwi – Fairy Empire “Fantasy Mesorogiwi”

Kūsō Mesorogii Yōsei Teikoku

It was used as the opening theme for the anime Future Diary.

The song conveys a dark atmosphere and a heavy weight.

The drums in particular are really cool! If you’re performing it live, try preparing outfits that match the mood of the song.

The visual aspect matters too.

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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festival Lives [2025] (131–140)

Aim to be a Pokémon MasterRika Matsumoto

Aim to be a Pokémon Master

Aim to Be a Pokémon Master Rika Matsumoto

It’s the opening theme of the anime Pokémon.

It’s a legendary anime song.

There’s some pretty tricky guitar cutting and a solo part, but let’s nail it perfectly and win that girl’s heart.

Be sure to put care into crafting the bass tone, too.

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Light, lightYuka Aisaka

Yuka Aisaka “Hikari, Hikari” Music Video

Hikari, Hikari Aisaka Yuka

This is the ending theme of the TV anime “Recovery of an MMO Junkie,” which began airing in October 2017.

It drew attention because the lyrics and music were written by Seikaikan Ozaki, the vocalist of the rock band CreepHyp.

It’s a mid-tempo guitar rock track that’s very easy to listen to.

If you’re looking for a song to cover with a girls’ band, definitely give it a try.

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No Matter How You Look at It, It’s You Guys’ Fault I’m Not Popular!Konomi Suzuki / Kiba of Akiba

[Full] WataMote: No Matter How I Look at It, It's You Guys' Fault I'm Not Popular (with lyrics)

No Matter How I Look at It, It's You Guys' Fault I'm Not Popular - Konomi Suzuki / Kiba of Akiba

Watch “Watashi ga Motenai no wa Dou Kangaetemo Omaera ga Warui - Konomi Suzuki / Kiba of Akiba” on YouTube

The opening theme of “No Matter How I Look at It, It’s You Guys’ Fault I’m Not Popular.” The main vocal is female, but it could work with a male singer as well.

It’s also a duet song, so if you’re ready, definitely try it with two people.

Recommended for metal fans.

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